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Called the Caucus meeting of Wednesday, February 27, 2008 to order and invited those in attendance to join in the Pledge of Allegiance. After the Pledge, he asked for a roll of those officers present. Answering the roll call were Trustees Limberg, Schmidt, Bell, Callahan, Kostyshock and Garcia. Also in attendance were Deputy Clerk Fenton, Attorney Wigginton, Public Works Director Presson, three (3) reporters and four (4) residents.

Called for approval of the February 13th meeting minutes. He asked if there were any questions, additions or subtractions to the minutes as prepared by the Clerk. There were none. Motion to approve was made by Schmidt and seconded by Kostyshock. Voting on the motion: Limberg - yes; Schmidt - yes; Bell - yes; Callahan - yes; Kostyshock - yes; Garcia - yes. Motion carried.

Stated the first agenda item will be deleted, as the plan to use Drost Park for a WWII reenactment has been postponed. Went to next agenda item, and explained Linda Mauck has requested approval to have a paper recycling container installed on the library site for use by the library and Village. Explained he does not know if there is a cost involved. Stated they have not yet received details; they are only seeking approval of placing the container on the property.

Stated the Planning Commission met to consider an application of rezoning certain properties along South Donk, South Lange and South Center Streets. Stated approximately thirty (30) people were in attendance at the meeting. Stated discussion centered around on how the zoning will affect owners' property, especially with regard to property taxes. It was explained the rezoning will not raise property tax. Stated a question was raised as to the affect of traffic flow of businesses on Route 159, to which the response was it would be the responsibility of IDOT. Stated seven members of the Commission were present, and the vote was unanimous to recommend the rezoning. Explained the rezoning accomplishes the elimination of multi-family zoning.

Presented the Khoury League request to have field 6 graded and filled in to allow drainage; approval to extend the backstop in order to reduce the number of foul balls from leaving the playing area; and construct dugouts at field six at their own expense. Kostyshock clarified the League will do the work themselves.

Asked the Board's opinion. All were in favor. Stated the item will be placed on the Board meeting agenda. Asked Presson to talk to John McNamara to see if they shot grades. Bell asked that Fenton contact the League to let them know their recommendations are approved. Gulledge went to next item Public Works PC, and asked Bell and Presson to discuss.

Stated he will receive the new PC, and his current PC will go to the Street Department. Explained the current Street Department PC was purchased in the late 1990's and does not operate GIS or other relevant software needed for the department efficiently. Stated the bid cost is $2,398.98.

Explained the components of the bid, which consists of the base computer; a new copy of Microsoft Office; and they are trying a dual video adapter card and second monitor, which allows Presson to have GIS up at all times on one monitor while using the second for daily operation software. Stated setup of both PCs is included. Stated the item is in the Public Works budget.

Asked for other comments. There were none. Went to Calendar Updates for March. Commented on the Best of Maryville Art Show scheduled for March 16th; the Community Improvement Board meeting scheduled for March 3rd at 7:00 p.m.

2508 Liberty. Stated he has used the deduct water meter for one year. Explained after paying the surcharges, installation charges, inspection charges and rental, the cost is outweighing the savings on water. Offered his copy of bills and break-out of costs for review by the Board.

Stated he has, and gave them two locations for possible relocation within the Village; however they did not work out. Commented they do not want Red'z to leave, but there is nothing else they can do. Commented Red'z was renting and did not own their building. Commented there are not many empty buildings in town, so the only other option would be for them to build.

Commented he and Schmidt previously met with members of the Moose and told them they would consider allowing them to use the Senior Citizens building. Stated they currently meet in the basement of Boogies three times per month, which is working out well; however for events such as the upcoming blood drive they use the Senior Center. Stated the Village is charging them for the use. Suggests the Board allow organizations wishing to use the Center for a community event to use the building at no charge.

Commented she had a resident advise her of a coyote problem on his property and asked if there is anything the Village can do. Stated the resident called PSO Jones, who indicated he is unable to help. Stated the proximity to the bike trail concerns her.

Went to Mayor's Comments. Commented as a reminder a public hearing will be held next Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. before the regularly scheduled Board meeting to discuss rezoning of certain properties along Route 159, after which the item will be on the Board meeting agenda.

With no further business to come before the meeting, asked for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Bell and seconded by Schmidt. Voting on the motion: Limberg - yes; Schmidt - yes; Bell - yes; Callahan - yes; Kostyshock - yes; Garcia - yes. Motion carried.